Located at 18 Wellesley Road in Arlington, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a solid layout and excellent opportunity for customization. The home features on-demand hot water, central air conditioning, an enclosed backyard, and a prime location just off Mystic Valley Parkway with easy access to Boston, public transportation, and Tufts University. The finished basement provides versatile living options and strong value-add potential, featuring a full bathroom with a soaker tub, a kitchen sink area, a separate finished room, and ample storage—ideal for extended living, work-from-home space, or future updates. An excellent opportunity for investors or buyers looking to update and add value in a highly desirable Arlington location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
6,299 sq ftLot Size
$613Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Raymond Boutin• RE/MAX Innovative Properties
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1972
Sq. Ft.
1,036
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
767270S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2026.
R1
Single-Family District
The predominant uses in R1 are single-family dwellings and public land and buildings. The Town discourages intensive land uses, uses that would detract from the single-family residential character of these neighborhoods, and uses that would otherwise interfere with the intent of this Bylaw.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 130
Length: 13
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 48
Length: 8
Width: 6
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Aps
Middle Or Junior School: Aps
High School: Ahs
Location Information
Directions: Route 16 to Mystic Valley Parkway. Left on River Street. Left on Wellesley.
UnparsedAddress: 18 Wellesley Rd, Arlington MA 02474
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,036
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 1972
County: Middlesex County
APN: 767270S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Thompson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
8/10
Gibbs School
Public 6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Arlington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
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